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Phanerozoic time

Phanerozoic time refers to the current geological eon, spanning from around 541 million years ago to the present, characterized by an abundance of visible fossils due to the widespread presence of organisms with hard body parts like shells and bones. This signifies a period of diverse and complex life on Earth. The word "Phanerozoic" means "visible life."